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>> This is a list of some of my favorite products for the neuromusculoskeletal practitioner
grouped by the areas commonly addressed in normal practice.
I update this list twice a year. I have NO loyalty to nutrition companies. Products on this list are the best I have found. When I come across a better product, or one of equal quality with a lower price, I change my list.
I have never been a paid spokesman for any of these companies. Sure, I would like the money but once I’m paid, my neutrality is compromised. This is not to say that there aren’t some great people aligned with various companies- there are. However, it is very important to me that I am trusted by my patients and colleagues. My recommendations have zero secondary gain issues.
Company Name
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Phone
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Product Name
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Product Use
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Nutriguard
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800/433-2402
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Broad Spectrum
Broad Spectrum with Iron
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The ONLY high vitamin D multi available. Great value, good formula. 200 IU E, 500 C, and 400 calcium from 3 sources.
Note the 'with Iron' form is low iron (7.5mg)
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Progressive Laboratories
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800/527-9512
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Rehab Forte
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Sprain/strain formula to add to multi while healing
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Karuna
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800/826-7225
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Maxxum II
Cal Guard
GLA-240
Iron Plus
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Very good capsulated multi
Very low cost bone building tablet
High potency, low cost GLA, good for PMS
Iron Glycinate – no constipation – works great
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Metagenics
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800/638-4362
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Arthrogen |
Inflavinoid Intensive Care |
Lipotain |
Ultrameal |
The Ultraclear Line |
Fibroplex |
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Relief of pain, increased motion for Osteoarthritis
I try Glucosamine/Chondroitin first. |
Herbal anti-inflammatory; works for allergies, hay fever, sinusitis, and injuries |
Non flush Niacin w/ guggle to reduce cholesterol |
Best soy protein drink on the market |
Best line of detoxification products on the market, very expensive |
Good formula for fibromyalgia |
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Jarrow Formulas |
310/204-6936 |
Jarro-Dophilus EPS |
Good all-purpose probiotic, doesn't need refrigeration (although it will extent shelf life). Contains 5 billion organisms (8 strains) per cap for broad spectrum coverage. Vegetarian. |
Pure Encapsulations |
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Men's Nutrients |
Multi for men over 40. Increased D, not too much E, herbs for vision, prostate and CV health. |
Nutramax |
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Cosamin DS |
The original glucosamine & chondroitin formula used in many studies. Cost more other OTC brands, but quality control and purity are exceptional in a class of products where it's common for products to fail independent testing. |
Schiff |
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Move Free Advanced |
Schiff's signature product, Move Free reformulated with less chondroitin & the Triple Strength addition of hyaluronic acid & 2 anti oxidant herbs. |
Emerson
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800/654-4432
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Wobenzyme
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Best proteolytic enzyme formula on the market
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Pure Encapsulations
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800/753-2277
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Glucosomine Chondroitin w/ Manganese
Bioflavonex
Nutrient 950
Grape Pip Extract
Osteobalance
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Full disclosure label, guaranteed 500mg elemental glucosamine sulfate in a base of potassium chloride
Great Herbal Anti-oxidant
Very high quality multi w/ not a lot of cal/mag so it works
Best source of proanthocyanidin, powerful antioxidant. Available up to 500 mg per cap
Good bone building formula. I use for fractures and osteoporosis
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Anabolic
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800/448-1686
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Osteoplex
Zymain
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High quality women’s calcium supplement
Good proteolytic enzyme formula, not as strong as Wobenzyme, but also less expensive & contains other nutrients for healing including zinc, vitamin C, bioflavonoids, & manganese
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Thorne Research
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800-228-1966
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Traumagen
Phytogen
Metabalance
Choleast
Glucosamine
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Sprain/strain Formula w/ bromelain
Add to multi while healing
Pharmaceutical grade echinacea and support herb immune formula. Very economical
Great Menopause Formula at a very good price.
Pharmaceutical grade Red Yeast Extract to reduce blood lipids
High quality. Economical
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Dee Cee Laboratories
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800/251-8182
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Glucosamine HCL
Formula 303
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Capsulated glucosamine for those with sulfa and sulfite allergies.
Natural muscle relaxant, very economical
(very popular with women)
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Twin Labs
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In Health Food Stores
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Allergy Multi Caps
Mega 6 Caps
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The best multivitamin for chemically sensitive individuals on the market
Best multi you can get at the healthfood store
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Physiologics
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800/765-6775
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CTR
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Similar to Inflavanoid Intensive Care at much better price.
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Ortho Molecular Products |
800/332-2351 |
Mega Omega |
Strongest product on the market. One soft gel contains 420mg EPA and 300mg DHA. (The fewer pills, the greater the compliance) |
Revised 04/02/10
If you think I have missed a great product, I want to hear from you. Remember this list consists of areas most commonly encountered in the average neuromusculoskeletal practice. If you have an awesome product for Type II familial hypercholesterolemia, I am all ears, but it will not go on the list because it is not commonly managed by DCs who do not have extensive postgraduate training.
If you are a rep from a vitamin company and you think one of your products should be listed, I want to hear from you too. Here is how it works:
1. Send/deliver free samples in adequate amounts for patients to feel a difference
2. I will gladly lose a sale and give the patient your product you gave me.
3. The patient will then decide if your product is better than the one they have previously purchased.
4. If the patient says he/she would buy your product at the suggested price, instead of what they are taking, you will receive an order from me.
I cannot think of a better way to test a new product – you and I each lose a sale, but if your product does not measure up, the patient does not lose twice (results but not their money.)
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